Single Point Links posted in August 2008

Lots of controversy has added to the Argo stories, but their amount of coverage has been deserved. Don’t kid yourself, people are watching the Argos in the stands and on TV, more than most people think.

Basically, Tilllman says due to receiver injuries the Roughriders require a more mobile quarterback. If Bishop not only wins for the ‘Riders, but gets them into the playoffs and the Grey Cup, Tillman and coach Ken Miller will look like geniuses. Few would make such a move for the sake of the team.

Seems odd the ‘Riders would be looking at this trade before Thursday’s loss. If their offence can get healthy they should return to form while their healthier defence has looked to need help. Why Trader Tillman was not looking for defensive help instead of a starting QB is unknown to me.

If true, there are many unanswered questions. Why now? Why are the ‘Riders suddenly in the market for a QB? What salary cap implications does this have? Who are the player(s) going the other way? The missed opportunity for the Argos to make a QB-for-QB swap in the Joseph trade was likely due to Saskatchewan not being interested in Bishop. I don’t see things having changed to change their interest, but confirmation of the trade will be the proof.

This will be a push button topic for a few weeks in the media. The officiating will be painted as lacking when it has seen noticeable improvement the past few years, and this season has seen an abundance of very unique situations that the officials have done a remarkable job calling on the field.

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